Education Briefs

Leadership Oklahoma recently named more than 50 student leaders from across the state, including Bartlesville’s Gloria Tso, to the Youth Leadership Oklahoma Class XIV.

"Leadership Oklahoma is very excited about the 52 people chosen for this year’s program," said Lee Anne Stone, Youth Leadership Oklahoma director. "YLOK Class XIV is an outstanding blend of student leaders selected from across the state."

A class is selected each year through a competitive process based on proven leadership, geographic, ethnic and cultural diversity. Selected students participate in a week-long trip across the state of Oklahoma where they learn about Oklahoma’s history, culture, issues and leaders where they begin to develop a greater understanding and appreciation for our state.

YLOK was created in 2001 to develop a feeling of hope, pride and a responsibility for Oklahoma’s future it its young leaders. In 2008, Leadership Oklahoma was awarded the 2008 Innovator Award from the Southern Growth Policies Board and has been a nominee for the ONE Awards in years 2009 and 2013.

Tyro Christian School opens enrollment

Tyro Community Christian school is currently enrolling students for the 2014-15 school year.

The school is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International and is in its 28th year of operation. It is located between Coffeyville and Caney, Kan. Financial assistance and transportation is available.

For more information, call the school office at 620-289-4450 or email tyrochristianschool@gmail.com.

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